Pregnancy, Parenting & Child Health Support & Resources (USA)

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Support lines & urgent guidance

  • National Maternal Mental Health Hotline (HRSA)

    24/7 free, confidential support for pregnant and postpartum individuals (English/Spanish; interpreter services available).
    Call: 1-833-TLC-MAMA (1-833-852-6262)Text: 1-833-TLC-MAMA (1-833-852-6262)
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  • Postpartum Support International (PSI) HelpLine

    Support and resources for perinatal mental health (not a crisis hotline).
    Call: 1-800-944-4773Text: Text "Help" to 800-944-4773
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  • National Parent & Youth Helpline

    Free emotional support and guidance for parents, caregivers, youth, and families.
    Call: 855-427-2736
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  • Poison Control

    Free, expert, confidential help for poison exposures and medication mistakes.
    Call: 1-800-222-1222
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Tools & resources

  • Peekaboo Early Gender DNA Test (At-Home Kit)

    Curious about your baby's gender early in pregnancy? Peekaboo offers a clinically designed DNA blood test that can estimate gender from as early as 6 weeks, with fast lab-processed results and simple at-home collection. Created to be easy, discreet, and accurate, this testing option gives expectant parents an early glimpse while learning more about prenatal DNA screening technology.

    Educational resource only. Not a substitute for prenatal care. Always discuss prenatal testing options and results with your OB/GYN or midwife.

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  • Byram Baby

    Byram Baby facilitates insurance-covered access to breast pumps by handling eligibility checks, prescription coordination, and pump selection for eligible parents.
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